What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Swanage is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Exeter to Swanage?

The distance between Exeter and Swanage is 126 miles. The road distance is 78.8 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Swanage without a car is to train and line 40 bus which takes 5h 19m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Swanage?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Exeter to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Swanage bus from?

Exeter to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Exeter to Swanage bus arrive?

Exeter to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Swanage is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Exeter to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2083+ hotels available in Swanage.

Exeter to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
3. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
5h 19m
£46–90
Drive 78.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Swanagecar 78.3 mi
1h 46m
£20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Garagebus X53 / ...
5h 33m
£25–48
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G5
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bournemouth Stationbus G30
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
7h 41m
£24–38

Exeter to Swanage by train and bus

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Mowlem Court via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 41m.

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